Guests say
Riverside Cottage is praised for its stunning location in Dolwyddelan, ideal for exploring Snowdonia, with beautiful walks and views. Guests appreciate the peacefulness and character of the property, and the host's welcoming nature. However, some guests mention issues with comfort, particularly the beds, and suggest improvements in facilities and maintenance.
Mixed feedback on cleanliness; some guests found the cottage unclean with a full hoover, while others described it as clean and inviting. The score reflects the balance of opinions.
The location is consistently lauded for its beauty and convenience for outdoor activities, with many guests eager to return for the setting alone.
Comfort receives lower marks due to several guests finding the beds hard and sofas worn out, impacting their rest and overall experience.
Facilities are adequate but some guests faced issues with hot water, heating schedules, and kitchen storage. Maintenance concerns like leaky radiators and dripping taps were also noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Romantic, cosy cottage with secluded pretty patio, looking onto river walks and pastures, Betws-y-Coed just 2 miles..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: TV, DVD Player, Electric Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating and electricity (£25 per week from October-March). Bed linen included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Wifi available. Doggy extras. Enclosed garden, patio and courtyard with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. Bike store.No smoking. Please note: There is a natural water supply from a spring that is filtered through an eco-friendly UV system. There is a fenced river in the grounds.. Mountain valley location. This romantic, warm and cosy detached 1830 farm cottage nestles in the stunning Lledr Valley on a 42 acre working farm. Renovated and furnished to a good standard, the property has a kitchen extension, beamed bedroom and electric effect wood burner making it an ideal holiday getaway, winter or summer. Its secluded pretty stone patio boasts views of river walks and rolling pastures as far as Moel Siobod. There are wonderful walks and rides directly from the doorstep, with Betws-y-Coed 2 miles. You can take a relaxing journey on the Ffestiniog steam railway, or try your hand at trampolining deep underground at Bounce Below. Or why not experience the thrills of the world’s largest zip wire zone, or the UK’s first railed coaster at Zip World? Snowdonia, Bodnant Gardens, Conwy Castle, Portmeirion and the sandy beaches of Llandudno and Porthmadog are all within 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
There is a natural water supply filtered through a UV system which is perfectly safe to drink
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
Reviews (15)
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M
Heavenly and spacious riverside cottage a stone's throw from Snowdonia. Beautiful walks, birdwatching, and amazing views. Bring your groceries and towels for a perfect little getaway.
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Clare
Weve had a lovely week at Tan Aeldroch Cottage what a stunning location and a beautiful characterful property. Easy to find and acces and as we arrived a little later, our host Jenny had turned the lights on inside and turned the fire on to welcome us. Another bonus was Jenny letting us use one of the enclosed fields to exercise our dog. Definitely will be returning and Jenny was a great host!
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful location but there is where it ends!In a location like this, the two basic things you need after a long day out is a comfy sofa and comfy bed, neither of which did this cottage have. We ended up sitting on the floor as the sofas are so worn out that they sag and they are extremely uncomfortable. The double bed dips in the middle and was also uncomfortable. The Kettle was dirty with a broken lid that could only be filled through the spout and there is absolutely nowhere to put any groceries because all the kitchen cupboards are filled up. This could easily be rectified by uncluttering the kitchen. The radiator in the bathroom was shut off and couldn't be used because it leaked and both the taps constantly dripped. They also limit the central heating to set times in the morning and late afternoon and you can not alter them. Not good if you get back soaking wet during the day!The awkward heavy 5 bar gates also need looking at as they sag and have to be lifted to close them. If you have dogs then the gates have to be closed as there are sheep in the surrounding fields and the camping site. It was definitely the worst cottage we have stayed in, generally unloved and not particularly clean. We even had to empty the hoover before we could use it as it was full to the brim.